2021 AUDI Q5 Predictive cruise control

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Side assist, exit warning
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Steering
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Parking systems
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Rear cross-traffic assist
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Speed warning system
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Fuel filler door
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Camera-based traffic sign recog-
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Cruise control system
> page 151,
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Cruise control system
> page 151,
=> page 152,
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Efficiency assist
> page 153,
Predictive control
=> page 158,
Adaptive cruise control
=> page 162,
Traffic jam assist
=> page 163
Adaptive cruise control
>page 158
Adaptive cruise control
=> page 162,
rae Traffic jam assist
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Distance warning
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Active lane assist
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Driver assistance

An additional indicator appears in the head-up
display*.
Changing the cruise control speed
Applies to: vehicles with cruise control system
Requirement: the system must be switched on.
> To increase or decrease the cruise control speed
in small increments, tap the lever up to the
first level toward @)/G) > page 151, fig. 116.
> To increase or decrease the cruise control speed
in larger increments, tap the lever up to the
second level toward @)/G).
> To increase or decrease the cruise control speed
continuously, tap and hold the lever at the first
or second level toward @)/G).
Overriding or deactivating the cruise
control speed
Applies to: vehicles with cruise control system
You can override or deactivate the cruise control
system. When you deactivate the system, your
cruise control speed will be stored and you can
resume that speed.
Requirement: the system must be switched on
and the regulated speed must be activated.
Overriding
> To temporarily override the cruise control
speed, press the accelerator pedal.
> To resume the stored regulated speed, remove
your foot from the accelerator pedal.
If you override the cruise control system for a
long period of time, the cruise control system
will be deactivated. The [Ud or [RM indicator
light will be displayed and the cruise control
speed will be saved.
Deactivating
> To deactivate the cruise control speed, press
the lever toward @) (not locked into place)
=> page 151, fig. 116, or
> Press the brake pedal.
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ZA WARNING
Resting your foot on the accelerator pedal
could override the cruise control. This will pre-
vent braking interventions by the system.
See me Lai
Applies to: vehicles with cruise control system

When you switch the system off, the cruise con-
trol speed will be erased.
Requirement: the system must be switched on.
> To switch the system off, press the lever toward
@ (locked into place) > page 151, fig. 116, or
> Switch the ignition off.
Applies to: vehicles with cruise control system
Gir / 3) Speed control system: currently un-
available. See owner's manual
If the indicator light turns on and this message
appears, the cruise control system has been deac-
tivated. There is a temporary malfunction, for ex-
ample the brakes are overheating. Switch the
cruise control system on again later.
Efficiency assist
Applies to: vehicles with efficiency assist
Efficiency assist can assist the driver with predic-
tive information in order to reduce fuel consump-
tion. Depending on vehicle equipment, the sys-
tem may access data from the navigation system,
the camera behind the windshield, and the radar
sensors.
Adjusting the efficiency assist
You can adjust efficiency assist functions individ-
ually. The settings depend on the vehicle equip-
ment.
— Predictive messages > page 153.
— Accelerator pedal feedback > page 101.
— Interactive accelerator > page 101.
— Predictive control > page 157.

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Driver assistance

Situation symbols
Depending on vehicle equipment, the following
symbols may be shown. The symbols indicate the
situation to which the efficiency assist is respond-
ing.
Some symbols only appear if Predictive messag-
es are switched on, and some symbols only ap-
pear if Predictive control is switched on and Audi
adaptive cruise control” is actively regulating the
vehicle.


Symbol |Description

Slow down
(predictive messages only)
Adjustment to curves along route
(predictive control only) Additional
symbols are shown in the Driver as-
sistance display.
Speed limit
Speed limit
Exit ahead
Intersection ahead
Traffic circle ahead
(predictive control only) If the indica-
tor light turns on in green and red, it
is indicating that there is a difference
between the speed limit and the set
speed.

ZA WARNING
Observe the safety precautions and note the
limits of the assist systems, sensors, and
cameras > page 141.

@ Tips
— The functions depend on the navigation da-
ta* being up-to-date and correct identifica-
tion by the traffic sign recognition*.
— The system only detects traffic signs that
specify a speed limit.
— The display in the instrument cluster is
based on the units of measurement used for
speed in the country where the vehicle is be-
ing operated. As a result, a display of 50 in
the instrument cluster can mean either
km/h or mph, depending on the country.
— Except for the road network, which is re-
corded in the navigation system’s map infor-
mation, certain functions may not be availa-
ble.
— Certain settings are automatically stored
and assigned to the remote control key be-
ing used.
Predictive messages
Applies to: vehicles with efficiency assist
The symbol BS appears in the instrument cluster
display if efficiency assist recommends removing
your foot from the accelerator pedal.
Additional symbols that indicate the situation to
which the efficiency assist is reacting are shown
in the Driver assistance display > page 153, Sit-
uation symbols.
Requirements
— The cruise control system* or Audi adaptive
cruise control* must not be actively regulating.
— The vehicle speed must be at least 20 mph
(30 km/h).
— The remaining distance until the situation is
reached must be large enough to allow the sys-
tem to react to the situation.
— The automatic transmission is not in the “S”
driving program.
Switching messages on and off
You can switch the system off or on. The adjust-
ment options depend on the vehicle equipment.
Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen: VE-
HICLE > (Charging & Efficiency) > Efficiency as-
sist > Predictive messages.

Z\ WARNING
— Observe the safety precautions and note the
limits of the assist systems, sensors, and
cameras > page 141.
— Pay attention to traffic and the area around
your vehicle when efficiency assist is >

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Switching off
If you do not want to use the adaptive cruise con-
trol for a long period of time, you can switch it
off.
> Push the lever away from you into position @)
until it clicks into place.
The indicator light and the set speed will turn off.

Z\ WARNING
— Observe the safety precautions and note the
limits of the assist systems, sensors, and
cameras > page 141.
— The activated adaptive cruise control is only
an assist system, and the driver is still re-
sponsible for controlling the vehicle. The
driver is especially responsible for braking,
steering, starting to drive, and controlling
the speed and the distance from other
vehicles.
— Turn on the adaptive cruise control only if
the surrounding conditions permit it. Always
adapt your driving style to the current visu-
al, weather, road, and traffic conditions.
— Switch adaptive cruise control off temporari-
ly when driving in turning lanes, on express-
way exits or in construction zones. This pre-
vents the vehicle from accelerating to the
stored speed when in these situations.
— If you press the [SET] button @) when driv-
ing at speeds below 15 mph (20 km/h)»,
the minimum possible speed that the sys-
tem can maintain will be set. If no vehicle is
detected ahead of you, the vehicle will accel-
erate up to that speed.



(i) Tips
— Always keep your hands on the steering
wheel so you can be ready to steer at any
time. The driver is always responsible for
adhering to the regulations applicable in
the country where the vehicle is being oper-
ated.

) Analog instrument cluster: 20 mph (30 km/h)
— If you switch the ignition or the adaptive
cruise control system off, the set speed is
erased for safety reasons.
— When adaptive cruise control is switched
on, the ESC and ASR automatically switch
on.
— The system cannot be switched off or it may
be interrupted if the road exceeds the maxi-
mum possible grade for safe operation.
Predictive control
Applies to: vehicles with Audi adaptive cruise control and effi-
ciency assist
With predictive control, efficiency assist adapts
the set speed in adaptive cruise control @
=> page 155 based on detected speed limits and
the upcoming route. Once the system no longer
detects any incidents ahead, adaptive cruise con-
trol will accelerate back up to the last speed that
the driver set. After switching on the ignition, the
availability of predictive control is indicated by a
message when the adaptive cruise control is first
activated.
Incident symbols indicate the situation to which
predictive control is reacting > page 153, Situa-
tion symbols.
Requirements
— Predictive control is switched on in the MMI
=> page 161.
— Adaptive cruise control is actively regulating
=> page 156.
— The system can only react to speed limits that
are 15 mph (20 km/h)” or higher.
Overriding control
The driver can override the predictive control to
the route ahead at any time by pressing the ac-
celerator or brake pedal. If the system changes
the vehicle speed to adapt to speed limits, you
can change the speed using the lever
=> page 156, fig. 121.
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Messages
If and a message with Predictive control is
displayed when there is a malfunction, the effi-
ciency assist functions are unavailable or limited.
A message that indicates the cause and possible
solution may appear with some displays. The
weather conditions may be too poor or a sensor
may be covered. Clean the area in front of the
sensors > page 143 and try to turn on the sys-
tems again later.
If the malfunction remains, drive to an author-
ized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facili-
ty immediately to have the malfunction correct-
ed.

ZA WARNING
— Observe the safety precautions and note the
limits of the assist systems, sensors, and
cameras > page 141.
— Pay attention to traffic and the area around
your vehicle when predictive control is
switched on. The driver is always responsible
for assessing the traffic situation.
— The system does not consider “right of way”
rules and does not respond to traffic lights,
so lack of driver attention in these situations
can increase the risk of an accident.
— The speed when driving through curves may
be different from what you as a driver would
do or may not be suitable for the weather
and road conditions. If necessary, apply the
brakes and reduce the selected speed to be
maintained in the Adjustment to curves
along route setting to reduce the risk of an
accident.

@ Tips
— Predictive control can exceed or drop below
the maximum permitted speed. The driver
is responsible for adhering to the permitted
speed limit.
— The traffic signs on the road always take pri-
ority over the display. The driver is always
responsible for adhering to the regulations

D_ In certain countries
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applicable in the country where the vehicle
is being operated.
— Ifa speed limit is detected, the marking @
= page 155 of the set speed limit will be ad-
justed even if Audi adaptive cruise control is
not actively regulating.
— Control by the system depends on which
adaptive cruise control driving program is
set or on the selected Audi drive select*
mode.
— After switching on the ignition and first
driving onto a freeway or similar road with-
out a speed limit, the system will regulate
the speed to 80 mph (130 km/h). Then
the system adjusts to the last speed set by
the driver.
— There is no adaptation to speed limits when
driving through highway interchanges and
when driving on or off the expressway.
— The system can fail to provide control or the
control may be faulty if the values from the
camera-based traffic sign recognition* are
incorrect or the navigation system map data
is outdated.
— When route guidance is switched on, the
system adapts to the route provided by the
navigation system. Driving without route
guidance or leaving a route can result in
faulty control.
Setting the distance
Applies to: vehicles with Audi adaptive cruise control


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Fig. 122 Operating lever: setting the distance
If you adjust the speed, you must also change the
time gap to the vehicle driving ahead. The higher >

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Driver assistance

This may also occur in some situations when
there is no apparent obstacle.
> Press the brake pedal to slow your vehicle
down.

ZA WARNING
— Observe the safety precautions and note the
limits of the assist systems, sensors, and
cameras > page 141.
— If the message B& ready to drive!) appears,
your vehicle will start driving even if there is
an obstacle between your vehicle and the ve-
hicle ahead. To reduce the risk of an acci-
dent, always make sure there are no obsta-
cles between your vehicle and the vehicle
driving ahead.
@ Tips
For safety reasons, the adaptive cruise control
will only be active if
—The driver's safety belt is fastened
— All doors and the hood are closed
— Your vehicle is not stopped for a long period
of time
Driver intervention request
Applies to: vehicles with Audi adaptive cruise control

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Fig. 125 Instrument cluster: request for driver interven-
tion
The request for driver intervention instructs you
to take over if the adaptive cruise control braking
function is not able to maintain a sufficient dis-
tance to the vehicle driving ahead. The system
will warn you of the hazard with the A indicator
light and the message Distance!. An audio signal
will also sound.

D_ This is not available in some countries.
The display @ only appears when the Driver as-
sistance display is open in the on-board comput-
er > page 17.

ZA WARNING
Observe the safety precautions and note the
limits of the assist systems, sensors, and
cameras > page 141.

Adjusting adaptive cruise control
Applies to: vehicles with Audi adaptive cruise control

You can adjust the system individually. The set-
tings depend on the vehicle equipment.
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
VEHICLE > Driver assistance > Audi adaptive
cruise control.
Possible settings:
Applies to: vehicles without Audi drive select
Driving program - Depending on the selected
driving program and distance, the vehicle han-
dling will be adjusted from Sport to Moderate.
Applies to: vehicles with Audi drive select
Vehicle handling will be adjusted based on the
set distance and the selected Audi drive select
mode > page 115.
Store last distance - The last distance that was
set will be stored after the ignition is switched
off. If the distance is not stored, distance B
(time distance of approximately 1.8 seconds) is
automatically preset every time the ignition is
switched on.
Predictive control > Set speed limit - adaptation
to speed limits can be switched On or Off. Regu-
lation With tolerance can also be selected, if de-
sired. In this scenario, you may fall below or ex-
ceed the set speed in favor of increased efficien-
cy.
Predictive control > Adjustment to curves along
route - Adjustment based on the road ahead can
be adjusted. The setting influences vehicle
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handling with predictive control, for example the
speed for driving through curves.
@) Tips
Certain settings are automatically stored and
assigned to the remote control key being
used.
Applies to: vehicles with Audi adaptive cruise control
If or is displayed when there is a mal-
function, the adaptive cruise control or traffic
jam assist functions may be unavailable or may
be limited.
A message that indicates the cause and possible
solution may appear with some displays. The
weather conditions may be too poor or a sensor
may be covered. Clean the area in front of the
sensors > page 143 and try to turn on the sys-
tems again later.
If the malfunction remains, drive to an author-
ized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facili-
ty immediately to have the malfunction correct-
ed.
Please take over!

This message appears if the vehicle rolls back
when starting on a slight incline, even though the
systems are active. Press the brake pedal to pre-
vent the vehicle from rolling or starting to move.
Traffic jam assist
Applies to: vehicles with traffic jam assist

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Fig. 126 Turn signal lever: button for traffic jam assist and
Audi active lane assist
162
Traffic jam assist supports the driver when driv-
ing in traffic jams or in heavy traffic.
In a speed range under 40 mph (65 km/h), the
system can help to keep the vehicle within a lane
calculated by the system. Within the limits of the
system, the system controls the steering auto-
matically when adaptive cruise control is switch-
ed on. Since traffic jam assist is only an assist
system, the driver must always keep his or her
hands on the steering wheel and be ready to
steer. The driver can override the control at any
time by actively steering.
The system is designed for driving on express-
ways and highways.
Requirements for using traffic jam assist:
> The traffic jam assist is preselected in the MMI
settings: Select on the home screen: VEHICLE >
Driver assistance > Traffic jam assist.
> Adaptive cruise control must be switched on
and active > page 156.
If you open the Driver assist display in the on-
board computer = page 17, the indicator
light and the message Traffic jam assist will turn
on when a traffic jam is detected.
Activating or deactivating traffic jam assist
> To activate or deactivate traffic jam assist,
press the > fig. 126 button.
Always switch off traffic jam assist in the
following situations:
— When increased attention is needed from the
driver
— In construction zones
— In city driving
— On stretches of road with curves
—In unclear traffic situations such as at intersec-
tions or toll stations
— The turn signal was activated.
Indicator lights
Traffic jam assist is available.
B and B - Traffic jam assist is switched on.
Vehicles driving ahead were detected. Your vehi-
cle adapts while driving.

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Numbers and
Symbols
3-zone deluxe automatic climate control.... 92
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AIC cooling MOde:. « « vesiare «sas © wrens 6 avers 92
A/C system refrigerant oil............005 314
Accelerator pedals sseis so esas x & eases 8 & exes 101
also refer to Accelerator pedal.......... 101
ACCESSORIES « sssiers oo: seaues + exsusunn + wane a 6 esine 310
Active lane assist
refer to Audi active lane assist.......... 165
Adaptive cruise control................. 154
Adaptive dampers ............-..2+-05- 116
Adjusting air distribution (automatic climate
control system) ...... 0.0.0. e cee eee eee 93
Adjusting the brightness................. 54
Adjusting the sound..............-..00- 236
Adjusting the temperature (automatic climate
control system) ......... 0.0.00. e ee ee eee 93
Adjusting the volume ............ eee ee eee 30
Adjusting the volume (announcements) .... 236
Adjusting the welcome sound............ 236
Airbag'system ; « eses s saves s eee ss veep eee 71
AICSUSPENSION ex « = som « = nee Hg Ses SE Be 116
Alarm system
refer to Anti-theft alarm system.......... 37
Alignment pin (changing the wheel)....... 288
All-weather lights...............-..20--- 50
Allseason tires............220202220005 276
All wheel drive
refer tOQUAtEOmms: 5 = woos + 5 ewe so ewe 118
Amazon Alexa integration
Media playback’. « oii. eons 6 6 cris 6 0 ow 226
Operating...............0..0 000.0000. 28
AMI
refer to Audi music interface........... 226
Android Auto
refer to Audi smartphone interface...... 234
Anti-lock braking system............0005 119
Anti-Slip Regulation.................05. 119
Anti-theft alarm system...............00 37
Apple CarPlay
refer to Audi smartphone interface...... 234 ASR
refer to Anti-Slip Regulation.........
Audi active lane assist................
Cleaning the camera area............
Audi adaptive cruise control
Cleaning the sensors...............
Predictive control..............0005
Traffic jam assist............00.-00.
Audi adaptive light..................
Audi connect
FefEr LO CONNEC: = « gaws + = eames v news
Audi drive select =: ss g2c8 ss peau s i deme
Audi e-tron compact charging system...
Adjusting the charging power level....
Changing or attaching the power cable... .
SeCUrINg.. 2... cee eee eee eee
Status and malfunction indicators ....
Audi music interface.................
Audio files..............00 eee eee ee
Safety measures........ 0.0... e ee ee
Audi side assist
refer to Side assist..............0..
Audi smartphone interface............
Legalinformation..................
Audi virtual cockpit
refer to Instrument cluster..........
AUTO
Automatic climate control system.....
Automatic headlights...............
Auto Lock (central locking) ............
Automatic climate control system......
Automatic luggage compartment lid....
Automatic transmission..............
Automatic wipe/wash system..........
Auxiliary climate control..............
Average consumption................
Average speed... ..... 2.2.02
315